3M™ LifeASSURE™ 020SP series sterilizing grade filters and capsules are validated for absolute bacteria retention and provide reliable sterile filtration performance. In addition to a fixed bacteria retentive pore structure, LifeASSURE™ 020SP series membrane is charge modified to provide enhanced reduction of negatively charged biological contaminants such as endotoxin, virus and nucleic acid fragments. The combination of a validated bacteria retentive membrane, together with enhanced reduction of negatively charged contaminants, make LifeASSURE™ 020SP series membrane an ideal choice for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sterilizing applications. Each LifeASSURE™ 020SP series cartridge and capsule filter is supplied with a Certificate of Quality. A Validation Guide is available for ease of compliance with regulatory requirements. The Quality Management System is approved by an internationally recognized accrediting body to an ISO 9001:2008 Registered Quality System Standard.